💀 Antique Tibetan Kapala Crowned Chitipati
Description
* This is a rare and expertly hand-carved Chitipati skull bead, crafted from sacred Kapala leg bone
* Dating back decades, this ritual relic was sourced from the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas in Tibet.
* The bead has an aged texture and a rich, natural patina that ranges from creamy white to deep amber.
* It depicts the skull face of the Chitipati protector, crowned with a traditional row of five smaller skulls representing the transformation of the five kleshas (negative emotions) into the five wisdoms.
* The carving showcases fine anatomical detail in the eye sockets, nasal cavity, and teeth, with subtle traces of ritual wear.
Size & Details
* Dimensions: 16mm x 13mm.
* Origin: Himalayas, Tibet.
* Age: Decades old.
* Material: Kapala
* Design: Traditional crowned skull relief carving with an integrated vertical stringing hole.
🌟 Combined Meanings: The Crowned Chitipati
In the Vajrayana tradition, the Chitipati (Lords of the Cemetery) are skeletal protectors that symbolize the joyful liberation from the ego. Carved from Kapala, a material that directly represents the concept of impermanence (Anitya), this bead serves as a profound meditative tool.
The five-skull crown specifically signifies the victory over the five primary poisons of the mind—ignorance, attachment, aversion, pride, and jealousy—turning them into the clear light of enlightenment.
Guidelines for Daily Practice:
* Meditation on Impermanence: Sit quietly and hold the bone bead. Reflect on the impermanence of every fleeting moment, recognizing that the physical form is temporary while the pure awareness behind it is permanent.
🎁 Usage & Shipping Information
Usage
* This 16mm “keg bone” bead is ideally sized to be integrated into a special prayer mala as a powerful spacer or “reminder” bead. It can also be worn as a singular, potent protective charm on a silk or leather cord.
Gift
* A rare and profound gift for a dedicated practitioner of Himalayan Buddhism, a meditation teacher, or a collector of unique ethnographic ritual bone carvings.
Packing and Postage
* Gift-ready packed in a prayer flag or a handmade craft bag.
* Processing time: 1-2 days.
* EU and USA delivery time: 7-10 days.
* Orders over £300 are upgraded to fast 2-5 days delivery.
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